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A version of this archives appears in print on July 10, 1903, on Page 3 of the New York edition with the headline: HEAT LEADS TO ARREST OF A POST OFFICE EMPLOYE.; Foreman at South Chicago Station Loosened His Belt, and Stolen Letter Dropped Out. Order Reprints|Today's Paper|Subscribe